Return to the Capital

"Alright, it's settled then. You better get your money ready, don't come crying to us about being broke later."

Liu Yulong rubbed his sore backside and glared fiercely at Jun Wushang.

Even though Jun Wushang had "held back" with that kick, he had already decided to return the favor one day.

"Yeah, we can eat a lot."

"And get plenty of drinks too."

The others chimed in, teasing him.

"Don't worry, mantou and pickles will be plentiful!" Jun Wushang raised an eyebrow, a mischievous grin on his face, and made a "help yourselves" gesture. "Plain water refills are unlimited!"

"Stingy."

"Miser."

"Scrooge."

Qin Shuang and the others all raised their middle fingers in unison.

Jun Wushang completely ignored their protests.

After tidying up.

Wei Qing embarked on the road back to the capital.

He had come alone, but he was returning with two others.

Besides Jun Wushang, Zhang Xue had also been asked by her parents to go to the capital to visit her future mother-in-law.

Jun Wushang wholeheartedly agreed.

At the city gate.

Watching Wei Qing and the others' departing figures.

Qin Shuang sighed, "When we meet again, I wonder how much Wei brother's strength will have improved?"

"We'll know when we meet again," Liu Yulong said nonchalantly, fanning himself with a bone fan, though a hint of determination flashed in his eyes.

"We need to work hard too, otherwise, when the great chaos arrives, we'll face endless regret," Nangong Ruyan said with a heavy voice.

"Yes, this trip to the Black Mist Wasteland truly showed me the terrifying nature of demons."

"When I return to my Sect, I'll apply for a trial, and the first stop will be the Imperial City."

"Whoa, I'm in for that. Count me in."

"Me too."

Wei Qing never expected that the day they would meet again would come so soon.

Imperial City, Heavenly Realm Division.

Zhou Cang was stunned after hearing Zhou Kai's words.

A Seventh Rank scared away a Fifth Rank!

A Seventh Rank comprehended a Profound Meaning!

If he didn't know Zhou Kai's character, he would have slapped him across the face. Who would dare lie to him like this?

"What, you don't believe me? It won't be long before the Night Snack Guard in Qingcheng sends the news, and then you'll know," Zhou Kai said, seemingly having anticipated Zhou Cang's reaction.

"Wei Qing is even more terrifying than Old Wei... Tsk tsk, Old Wei is truly amazing. If my son had even half of Wei Qing's talent, I'd be able to sleep with a smile on my face."

Zhou Kai's son had failed in martial arts and eventually chose the Literary Path.

"Oh right, any news about Old Wei?"

Speaking of Wei Yuan, Zhou Kai's excited mood instantly subsided, and he asked with a heavy tone.

"No news yet. Lord Tantai has not returned," Zhou Cang shook his head gently, then smiled, "Good fortune favors the good. I believe Old Wei will be fine."

"When he returns and sees how outstanding Qingzi is, he'll be grinning from ear to ear."

"That goes without saying." Zhou Kai's spirits lifted, and he nodded in agreement. "Qingzi's existence has always been his greatest pride."

"Oh right, I heard Wei Lin has hooked up with the Third Prince."

"If Qingzi returns this time, won't he have to face the Third Prince?"

Zhou Cang rubbed his temples with a troubled expression, which was precisely his concern. "We'll take it one step at a time."

"When it comes to family matters, even the Imperial Family can't say much."

"Besides, our Heavenly Realm Division is loyal to Your Majesty."

At the same time.

A night owl slowly flew into the Heavenly Realm Division.

The on-duty Night Owl Guard took down the letter. Upon seeing the mark on it, he hurried towards the inner hall with a grave expression.

Su Henian sat at his desk, analyzing an intelligence report.

The on-duty Night Owl Guard trotted into the inner hall. "Sir, intelligence from Qingcheng, Class A mark."

"Bring it here."

"Yes."

Taking the report and seeing its contents clearly, Su Henian abruptly stood up, his pupils behind the mask constricting.

After confirming the intelligence again, he waved to dismiss the on-duty Night Owl Guard.

He hurried towards the conference hall, holding the report.

Inside the conference hall.

Nangong Yu spoke, "This matter is settled for now. I'll notify you if there are any changes later."

"Alright."

Xie Yun, Shen Hanbing, and Lin Wantang all nodded in unison.

Just as the three were preparing to leave, Su Henian strode quickly into the conference hall.

The three sat down again. They hadn't seen "Smiling Face" Su Henian show any emotional fluctuation in many years.

They all wondered what news could be so shocking.

"Division Chief, we just received news from the Qingcheng Night Owl Guard."

Saying this, Su Henian handed the report in his hand to Nangong Yu.

He took the report.

Unfolded it.

Upon seeing the contents, Nangong Yu was also surprised.

Then, he passed the report to Xie Yun and the other two.

Everyone who saw the report was shocked by its contents.

A Seventh Rank had severed the arm of a Fifth Rank and scared off a Fifth Rank Initial Stage.

A Seventh Rank had comprehended two different Profound Meanings: Attack and Speed.

He had ventured into the Black Mist Wasteland and rescued disciples from many Sects in Jizhou Prefecture.

The letter recorded Wei Qing's recent experiences in detail.

"Heh heh, our Garrison Department has produced a Peerless Prodigy," Xie Yun said, his voice filled with irrepressible excitement, as if every word was leaping.

"This kid, I like him," Shen Hanbing's eyes flashed with a sharp glint. "How about lending him to me for a few days?"

"Scram!" Xie Yun roared, making the roof tiles of the conference hall seem to tremble slightly. "Do you think this kid is a demon? Every demon I caught before, didn't they die within three days in your hands?"

"If you dare to lay a hand on him, I'll fight you to the death."

"Hey, why are you so agitated? This time I promise to return him to you completely unharmed."

"Your promise is worthless."

Upon hearing the word "promise," Xie Yun couldn't help but retort.

In the past, everything that had the misfortune of going through Shen Hanbing's "guarantee" had ended in either death or severe injury.

"With this kid's talent, his stage in the future will definitely be in that place. Fifteen years, and Great Zhou has finally produced another one." Lin Wantang's eyes were filled with anticipation for Wei Qing.

When "that place" was mentioned, the other four present froze slightly, a look of reminiscence appearing on their faces.

They had all fought in that place back then.

If not for the accident that befell the Previous Emperor of Great Zhou, they would still be fighting there now.

"Mmm," Su Henian nodded in strong agreement. "If we calculate the time, the next recruitment will begin in two years. Now, the Heavenly Realm Division's resources can be tilted towards him to help him grow as quickly as possible."

Xie Yun was the first to voice his support. "Agreed."

Shen Hanbing nodded slightly. "No objections!"

Seeing this, Nangong Yu nodded slightly. "Good, since none of you have any objections, when he returns, the selection will be moved up!"